Opel Karl 2015–2019 car dimensions: 3675 mm long, 1595 mm wide and 1485 mm high. Unladen weight is 939 kg. Boot space with the seats up is 206 litres.
Base models have a simple heater and fresh-air system with a basic radio. Higher trims add air conditioning or automatic climate control, cruise control with speed limiter, and a 7-inch touchscreen IntelliLink system that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Rear parking sensors and lane departure warning are available on mid and top grades. The cabin seats five with height-adjustable driver seat on most versions and offers a practical layout for city use, though advanced driver aids beyond basic ESP and hill-start assist are limited.
Boot space starts at 206 litres with seats up and expands to 1013 litres with the rear seats folded. Higher trims include a 40/60 split-folding rear seat for more flexible loading of longer items.
Payload is rated at 375 kg. The car is not approved for towing trailers and no factory tow bar for that purpose is offered, though aftermarket bike carriers can be fitted.
The cabin feels surprisingly roomy for a compact five-door hatch with space for five. Quality materials and a calm, driver-focused dashboard create a mature feel. Height-adjustable driver's seat and steering column aid comfort. Optional heated front seats and leather heated steering wheel add winter warmth. Optional electric glass sunroof brightens the space. Rear windows open fully. Plenty of storage includes door bottle holders and cupholders front and rear. The car is quiet with low noise and vibration.
1.0 ecoFLEX petrol engine uses 4.3-4.5 l/100 km combined.
Service every 25,000 km or one year in Europe.
Euro NCAP 4 stars in 2015.
Standard six airbags, ESP, ABS, hill start assist and tyre pressure monitoring.
The 1.0 three-cylinder petrol engine delivers low fuel use at 4.3 to 4.5 litres per 100 km combined, with CO2 from 94 to 104 g/km depending on ecoFlex pack and tyres. A 32-litre tank supports efficient city and longer trips. LPG bi-fuel option was available.
European service comes every 25,000 km or annually, whichever first. The oil change follows the service display. Chain-driven engine needs no belt swap. Basic parts keep costs down.
Safety kit starts with six airbags, ESP plus traction control, ABS with brake assist, hill start assist, tyre pressure monitor and pedal release system. Lane departure warning and speed limiter are optional. 2015 Euro NCAP gave four stars.
Living with the Karl is simple thanks to light weight, city mode steering and flexible 40/60 rear seats for cargo up to 1013 litres. Regular checks keep it reliable for urban use.
Length 3675 mm, Width 1595 mm, Height 1485 mm, Wheelbase 2385 mm (Karl 2015–2019)
Sources: manufacturer data, Opel official technical data/brochures/PDFs, German 2016/2017, Dutch, Irish), auto-data.net and autoevolution.